Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
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No Cutting Corners: The Secrets to Acme Chop Shop’s Success
From award-winning builds to training the next generation, Jack Weaver is all-in on his custom builds…
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KPI – June 2026: The Brief
Driven by rising average ticket prices, small business sales rose 0.7% even though transactions declined for the seventh consecutive month…
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KPI – June 2026: State of Manufacturing
In May, the six largest manufacturing industries expanded & all indexes headed in a direction that suggested sustained growth…
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KPI – June 2026: State of Business – Automotive Industry
Wholesale prices for used vehicles increased 0.6% in the first half of June, with wholesale values higher by 2.6% compared…
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KPI – June 2026: State of the Economy
Data shows the breadth of job gains improved in May & experts believe the labor market is stronger than it…
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KPI – June 2026: Consumer Trends
Consumer sentiment increased slightly with consumers experiencing some relief due to the early-month easing in gasoline prices…
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KPI – June 2026: Recent Vehicle Recalls
Recent recall notices for Ford, Honda & Jeep models...
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OME MT64 & BP-51 Suspension Kits for the New Land Cruiser 250
Expand your LC250 offering with OME MT64 & BP-51 suspension systems, engineered for premium performance…
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New Westin Adventure Phone Mounts Are Here. In Stock & Ready To Ship
The new Westin Adventure Phone Mounts program is designed for flexibility, convenience & off-road-ready performance...
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From Cover to Cover: Tonneau Sales Require Strong Product Knowledge
Deciding between hard or soft tonneau designs & price versus value propositions is just the beginning...
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Dura-Tech Responder Custom Seat Covers
Engineered for emergency/first responder fleet use – featuring a reinforced double layer of 100% 1000 Denier Nylon...
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XCRSN Camper Shell RTT Combo: A Modular Adventure System That Grows
Start with a truck cap. Add the RTT later. One system, multiple upgrades, endless opportunities...
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Circle of Trust: California Custom Shop Keeps Classic Wheels Turning
Buchanan’s Spoke & Rim can repair & renew those complex-but-important wire wheels found on a variety of vintage vehicles...
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Built Like a Steelcraft Bumper: The New HD Bed Cover Is Coming Soon
Something heavy-duty is coming. The new Steelcraft HD Bed Cover is built to protect, secure & work as hard as…
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Performance Brakes Deliver the Stopping Power Today’s Vehicles Require
It’s a simple equation: the more power added to a vehicle, the more stopping force is required to maintain safety…